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Dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academies in Alabama

20 of the 328 martial arts schools we track in Alabama have dedicated Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu programs. Full listings for every city are on the Alabama page.

20schools
14cities
328schools statewide

This directory section lists academies offering focused Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ) instruction in ground fighting, joint locks, and chokeholds. These locations emphasize pure grappling, featuring both traditional Gi and modern No-Gi classes without requiring striking practice. Before attending your first session, verify whether the school provides loaner gis or allows standard rash guards for trial classes.

Huntsville 4

  1. Arsenal Combat Sports Club

    1808 Sportsman Ln NW, Huntsville, AL 35816-1442

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  2. Bujinkan Rocket City Dojo Featured

    4408 Evangel Cir NW, Huntsville, AL 35801

    19:54

    Free trial classMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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  3. Claymore Fighting & Fitness

    11547 S Memorial Pkwy, Huntsville, AL 35803

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  4. Gracie Barra Huntsville

    2101 W Ferry Way SW, Huntsville, AL 35801-5334

    Kids classesBJJ / grappling
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Birmingham 3

  1. 10th Planet Jiu Jitsu Birmingham - MMA & Fitness

    7001 Crestwood Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35210-2332

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  2. Fight Club Fitness

    7001 Crestwood Blvd Ste 614, Birmingham, AL 35210

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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  3. Samuel Puccio Brazilian J

    619 Robert Jemison Rd, Birmingham, AL 35209-7621

    Free trial classBJJ / grappling
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Florence 2

  1. Florence BJJ

    SONIC, 2841 Florence Blvd, Florence, AL 35630-9555

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
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  2. Florence Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

    212 N Court St, Florence, AL 35630-4853

    BJJ / grapplingMMA
    Call Website All Florence

Alexandria 1

  1. Valhalla Martial Arts

    81 Big Valley Rd, Alexandria, AL 36250-7000

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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Anniston 1

  1. Gracie Barra Anniston

    905 Noble St, Anniston, AL 36201-5627

    Free trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxing
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Athens 1

  1. Gracie Jiu Jitsu

    655 US-72 W, Athens, AL 35611-4211

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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Cullman 1

  1. Triad Martial Arts Academy

    1708 Tallyho St SW, Cullman, AL 35055

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondoMMA
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Daphne 1

  1. Championship Mixed Martial Arts and Fitness

    1410 US Highway 98, Daphne, AL 36526-0137

    MMA
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Gadsden 1

  1. Royce Gracie Academy of Gadsden

    612 Broad St, Gadsden, AL 35901-3775

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grappling
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Northport 1

  1. Misfit Martial Arts

    6300 Highway 69 N, Northport, AL 35473-1508

    5:30

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
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Opelika 1

  1. Kage Fit

    3495 Waverly Pkwy, Opelika, AL 36801

    Kids classesBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Opelika

Pelham 1

  1. Gracie Barra Pelham Alabama | Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu | Self-Defense

    200 Bowling Ln, Pelham, AL 35124

    13:17

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Pelham

Selma 1

  1. Karate World

    1391 E Highland Ave, Selma, AL 36703-3204

    BJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingKarate / taekwondo
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Tuscaloosa 1

  1. American Top Team Tuscaloosa

    1110 15th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401-3392

    10:00am

    Kids classesFree trial classBJJ / grapplingMuay thai / kickboxingMMA
    Call Website All Tuscaloosa
Gear requirement: Most BJJ academies require a specific uniform (Gi) after trial periods, which costs between $90 and $180.

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Good to know

How much do monthly memberships cost at dedicated BJJ schools?

Unlimited monthly training typically costs between $120 and $230 per month depending on the region and head instructor rank. Single drop-in fees usually range from $20 to $35 per class.

What is the primary difference between Gi and No-Gi Jiu-Jitsu?

Gi training requires a heavy cotton kimono and belt where gripping fabric is central to submissions and throws. No-Gi uses rash guards and board shorts, relying on body hooks and friction, which creates a faster-paced grappling environment.

How long does it take to earn a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu?

Earning a BJJ black belt requires an average of 8 to 12 years of regular training 3 to 4 days per week. Students progress through white, blue, purple, and brown belt ranks based on skill, sparring performance, and time on the mat.

How to lose body fat percentage?

Reducing body fat percentage involves maintaining a moderate energy deficit while engaging in strength training and high-calorie combat sports. Regular practice in disciplines like MMA or Muay Thai builds lean tissue while driving down overall body fat. Users in Alabama can browse 20 verified martial arts academies offering structured weight management programs.

How to drain fluid from ear?

Draining fluid from an ear—often caused by trauma such as cauliflower ear in grappling—requires sterile medical aspiration using a syringe followed by a compression wrap. Performing this procedure at home without medical expertise carries a severe risk of infection and permanent cartilage deformity. Practicing martial artists in Alabama should consult qualified medical professionals or ask coaches at one of the 20 listed local academies for proper sports health protocols.